IIT Hyderabad Faculty Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Assistant Professor, Associate Professor & Professor Posts

Table of Contents

1. Recruitment Overview
2. Vacancy Details
3. Educational Qualification
4. Age Limit (as on closing date)
5. Application Fee
6. Important Dates
7. Selection Process
8. How to Apply
9. Important Links
10. Frequently Asked Questions
11. Disclaimer
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✓ Last verified on 20 October 2026 from official notification

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) has released IIT Hyderabad Faculty Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. IITH/HR/Faculty Rectt (R)/1/2026-27 dated 16 Oct 2026) inviting applications for faculty positions at the levels of Assistant Professor Grade-II/I, Associate Professor and Professor in 16 departments. Online applications are open till 12 November 2026 (11:59 pm).

Recruitment Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization Name	Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT Hyderabad)
Post Name	Assistant Professor Grade-II / Grade-I, Associate Professor, Professor
Advertisement / Notification Number	IITH/HR/Faculty Rectt (R)/1/2026-27 dated 16.10.2026
Total Vacancies	Not Mentioned in Official Notification (positions in 16 departments, based on departmental need)
Job Location	IIT Hyderabad, Telangana
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	iith.ac.in
Apply Start Date	16 October 2026
Last Date to Apply	12 November 2026 (11:59 pm)

Vacancy Details

Post Name	Vacancies	Pay Scale / Salary
Assistant Professor Grade-I	Not Mentioned in Official Notification	Pay Level-12, minimum Rs. 1,01,500/- plus allowances
Assistant Professor Grade-II	Not Mentioned in Official Notification	Pay Level-10 or 11, minimum Rs. 98,200/- for a fresh candidate plus allowances
Associate Professor	Not Mentioned in Official Notification	Level 13A2, minimum Rs. 1,39,600/- plus allowances
Professor	Not Mentioned in Official Notification	Level 14A, minimum Rs. 1,59,100/- plus allowances

Departments: Artificial Intelligence, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Climate Change, Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Design, Electrical Engineering, Entrepreneurship and Management, Liberal Arts, Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, and Physics.

Educational Qualification

Post Name	Required Qualification	Additional Requirement / Experience
Assistant Professor Grade-II	Ph.D. with first class or equivalent in the preceding degree and an excellent academic record	Less than 3 years’ post-Ph.D. experience
Assistant Professor Grade-I	Ph.D. with first class or equivalent in the preceding degree and an excellent academic record	Minimum 3 years’ post-Ph.D. experience in teaching/research/industry
Associate Professor	Ph.D. with first class or equivalent in the preceding degree and an excellent academic record	Minimum 6 years’ post-Ph.D. experience, of which 3 years at Assistant Professor (Pay Level-12) or equivalent level
Professor	Ph.D. with first class or equivalent in the preceding degree and an excellent academic record	Minimum 10 years’ post-Ph.D. experience, of which at least 4 years at Associate Professor level (Pay Level-13A2) in IITs, IISc, IIMs, IISERs or reputed foreign universities

Department-wise specializations and additional degree requirements are given in the official notification.

Age Limit (as on closing date)

Post Name	Upper Age Limit	Age Relaxation
Assistant Professor Grade-II / Grade-I	Preferably 35 years	SC/ST 5 years, OBC-NCL 3 years
Associate Professor	Preferably 45 years	SC/ST 5 years, OBC-NCL 3 years
Professor	Preferably 55 years	SC/ST 5 years, OBC-NCL 3 years

PwBD relaxation: 15 years for SC/ST, 13 years for OBC-NCL and 10 years for General category.

Application Fee

Category	Application Fee	Payment Mode
All Categories	Not Mentioned in Official Notification	Not Mentioned in Official Notification

Important Dates

Event	Date
Advertisement Date	16 October 2026
Applications Start	16 October 2026
Last Date to Apply	12 November 2026 (11:59 pm)

Selection Process

1. Shortlisting of applicants based on qualification, experience, research, publication records and departmental requirements.
2. Interview of shortlisted candidates (mere eligibility does not entitle a candidate to an interview).

How to Apply

1. Visit the IIT Hyderabad careers portal at https://iith.ac.in/careers/.
2. Fill in the online application form and upload all certificates and documents, including the Ph.D. defence date and publication list with impact factor and quartile.
3. Submit separate applications for each department.
4. Submit before 12 November 2026, 11:59 pm. Hard copy or email applications are not accepted.

Important Links

Link	URL
Official Notification PDF	Click Here
Apply Online Link	Click Here
Official Website	iith.ac.in

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date for IIT Hyderabad Faculty Recruitment 2026?

The last date is 12 November 2026 (11:59 pm).

2. Which posts are open?

Assistant Professor Grade-I and II, Associate Professor and Professor.

3. Which departments are recruiting?

16 departments, including AI, CSE, Electrical, Mechanical & Aerospace, Physics, Chemistry and Design.

4. What is the basic qualification?

A Ph.D. with first class or equivalent in the preceding degree and an excellent academic record.

5. What is the age limit?

Preferably 35 years for Assistant Professor, 45 for Associate Professor and 55 for Professor.

6. How can I apply?

Only through the online portal. Hard copy or email applications are not accepted.

7. Can I apply to more than one department?

Yes, but a separate application must be submitted for each department.

Disclaimer

Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. The information in this article is prepared for quick reference only. For complete and updated details, including eligibility conditions, reservation rules, and application instructions, please visit the official website or read the official notification.

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